Meadowlands Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Meadowlands is a vital flood risk reduction structure located in Hillsborough, North Carolina, along the Eno River.


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Summary

Owned by the local government, this earth dam serves the primary purpose of flood risk reduction while also providing recreational opportunities. With a hydraulic height of 16.6 feet and a structural height of 18 feet, Meadowlands has a storage capacity of 44.7 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 4.6 acres. It plays a crucial role in managing water flow and protecting the surrounding area from potential inundation.

Despite being classified as having a high hazard potential, Meadowlands is currently assessed to be in fair condition as of the last inspection in December 2020. The dam's inspection frequency is every two years, ensuring that its structural integrity is maintained. While the dam does not have an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) in place or meet specific guidelines, it continues to be regulated, permitted, and inspected by state agencies such as NCDEQ and DEMLR. With its strategic location and importance in flood control, Meadowlands stands as a key infrastructure asset in safeguarding the region from water-related risks.

Dam Length

400

River Or Stream

Eno River-Tr

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

4.6

Hydraulic Height

16.6

Drainage Area

147

Nid Storage

44.7

Structural Height

18

Hazard Potential

High

Nid Height

18
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.

Hazard Potential Classification

High
Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.